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Which statement describes an example of irresponsible parenting?

A
A parent sets a regular nightly bedtime for a child.
B
A parent upsets his child by limiting time spent watching television.
C
A parent embarrasses her child by kissing him at school drop-off.
D
A parent leaves his young child home alone while he runs errands.
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Who may take parenting responsibilities if biological parents cannot provide care?

A
grandparents
B
social workers
C
family acquaintances
D
friendly neighbors
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What is one way that abuse affects children?

A
It makes them less popular.
B
It helps them face difficult times.
C
It builds strength and resilience.
D
It causes learning difficulties.
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Which statement describes an example of responsible parenting?

A
A parent hugs his child before bedtime.
B
A parent buys his child the latest video game.
C
A parent picks her child up late from school every day.
D
A parent is strict no matter what happens.
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Which characteristic is common among children who have older parents?

A
lower birth weight
B
higher social skills
C
greater average height
D
less access to preschool
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What is paternity?

A
financial payments ordered by a court to support one’s minor child or children
B
the legal name for biological fatherhood
C
having protective care or guardianship of a child
D
a woman who gives birth to a child
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How do the roles of caregivers compare to those of parents?

A
Caregivers are part of a child’s support structure, but not all caregivers are parents.
B
Caregivers are not related to the child, but parents are genetically related to the child.
C
Caregivers care for the child outside the home, but parents care for the child in the home.
D
Caregivers are parents without custodial rights, but not all parents have custody of the child.
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Which statement describes the relationship between parenting choices and their effects on children?

A
Neglected children will show more empathy.
B
Encouraged children will show more curiosity.
C
Children with very permissive parents will be violent.
D
Children with resilient parents will work well with others.
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Which statement best describes a result of positive parenting choices?

A
A child with dependable parents has trouble being on time.
B
A child with an enforced bedtime is ready to learn in school.
C
A child who is shown adaptability struggles in new situations.
D
A child with regular checkups does not need to make healthy activity choices.
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Which advantage do parents who wait to have children enjoy?

A
more energy
B
fewer goals
C
stronger marriages
D
higher intelligence

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